Industrialization and the Transformation of American Life: A Brief Introduction: A Brief Introduction

by Jonathan Rees

Overview

This book provides a descriptive, episodic yet analytical synthesis of industrialization in America. It integrates analysis of the profound economic and social changes taking place during the period between 1877 and the start of the Great Depression. The text is supported by 30 case studies to illustrate the underlying principles of industrialization that cumulatively convey a comprehensive understanding of the era.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781317468042
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	03/04/2015
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	160
File size:	5 MB

About the Author

Jonathan Rees

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Varieties of Industrialization; Chapter 2 The Labor Question; Chapter 3 Immigration; Chapter 4 Urbanization; Chapter 5 The West; Chapter 6 Environment; Chapter 7 Transportation; Chapter 8 The Politics of Industrialization; Chapter 9 Reform; Chapter 10 Epilogue;